Vana-Vigala Manor, Manor in Märjamaa Parish, Estonia
Vana-Vigala Manor is an estate in Märjamaa Parish featuring a neoclassical main building with symmetrical stone walls and tall windows overlooking the grounds. The complex includes a romantic-style garden and the remains of a former deer park used for hunting and recreation.
The estate was established in 1420 and remained under the Uexküll family's control for nearly 5 centuries. Estonia's independence in 1919 ended the estate system and transferred this property to new hands.
The manor served as a residence for the Baltic nobility and shaped regional life for centuries. The park and former deer park show how estate owners used these spaces for leisure and display.
The manor sits along the 167 Vana-Vigala-Vängla cycling route, making it convenient for visitors traveling by bicycle. The grounds are walkable and accessible year-round, though weather may affect conditions during winter months.
A fire during the 1905 Russian Revolution destroyed the manor's library containing approximately 20,000 volumes, one of the largest private collections in the region. The subsequent rebuilding efforts continued until 1914, showing the commitment to restore the property to its former state.
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